[Freddie Potts](https://www.claretandhugh.info/west-ham-red-card-twist-potts-ban-opens-door-for-magassa/)’ late challenge on Burton Albion attacker Julian Larsson in the 101st minute saw him receive a straight red for the first time in his senior career to date.
Players and fans were left confused after referee Lewis Smith first pulled out his yellow card before speaking to the injured player on the ground and changed his mind.
His hesitation caused has caused much criticism, and referees often appear nervous without VAR to back up their on the pitch decision.
West Ham have decided not to appeal [Freddie Potts’](https://www.claretandhugh.info/freddie-potts-admission-from-hammers-boss-west-ham-news/) red card after careful review.
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Claret and Hugh has since reached out to a club source as to whether the club were considering appealing the three-match ban to be told:
_“There are no grounds for appeal. Most experts see it as a red or a marginal red; the FA will not overrule that, and an appeal will be seen as frivilous”_